Maleny

The delightful Sunshine Coast hinterland town of Maleny lies in picture-postcard dairy country, interspersed with rainforests. Located high in the Blackall Range, about 30 kilometres south-west of Caloundra, the area is renowned for its environment and numerous scenic spots.

All around Maleny arts and craft galleries abound. There is a wide choice of cafes and restaurants in Maple Street (main street) Maleny as well as at Cairncross Corner and along Mountain View Drive. Most eateries feature local and organic produce in a picturesque setting which is just a 90 kilometre drive north from Brisbane, but 1,000 kilometres from the cares and pressures of the big smoke.

There's a myriad of sightseeing opportunities in the area, including panoramic views of the Glass House Mountains. Bushwalking and bird-spotting are popular pastimes in this area. You can also explore the walking trails through the lush rainforests of the Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve.

The Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk is a fulfilling eco-friendly journey into the beauty of nature. The 58 kilometre walk winds through the Blackall Range and traverses some of the most scenic areas of the hinterland including Maleny Forest Reserve, Kondalilla National Park and Mapleton Falls National Park. Experience a half-day stroll, a full day hike or an overnight quest. Maps are available from the Visitor Information Centre.

Wattle Gully Retreat is a haven of 50 acres of native bush land and rainforest with a beautiful mountain creek winding through the property. Located in the picturesque Blackall Ranges with the Glasshouse Mountains as its neighbour, this private retreat boasts a beautiful waterfall, cascading rock pools, a bush haven for native animals with wallabies and koalas a regular sighting, and abundant birdlife for the avid birdwatcher.
From couples to small families or large groups, they invite you to enjoy their beautiful property. Misty mountain mornings are stirred by the morning calls of the local bird life. Spirals of smoke rise from the chimneys on cold winter mornings. Enjoy a beautiful rainforest walk or relax with a picnic beside the rock pools along the mountain creek. For a farmstay experience there are animal feeding, pony rides and other activities. Fishing in the creek makes for a relaxing afternoon. You can enjoy privacy at your cabins or join in the activities - the choice is yours.
They are pet friendly.

Wittacork is a modern working dairy farm on 300 acres, containing over 100 acres of pristine rainforest. The farm adjoins Lake Baroon Conservation Area and National Park and is a Land for Wildlife registered property.
The self contained cottages are set on a ridge overlooking Lake Baroon and the Obi Obi Gorge National Park and surrounded by rainforest.
Guests can watch the cows being milked, feed the calves, collect eggs, bushwalk or laze on the deck soaking in the peace and the views.
The property has a two kilometres of walking tracks in the rainforest with bridges across creeks and waterfall viewing areas.

Cooroy Country Cottages, in the Noosa Hinterland, are luxury one, two or three bedroom modern, fully-furnished private cottages. They are fully self-contained with queen beds, complete kitchens, heat and air-conditioning, television and DVD, private laundries, gas barbecues, patios, carports and verandahs. All linen and towels supplied.
The Cooroora cottage is especially designed for disabled or elderly guests with wheelchair access. Pets are welcome. The 97 secluded acres offer panoramic mountain and valley views and a solar-heated guest pool. You will appreciate the tranquility interrupted only by bird songs or native wildlife.
Stroll the rock pond boardwalk and gardens, 8,000 plus planted tree arboretums or the four kilometres forested creek bushwalk tracks. Relax in the tropical garden gazebo or visit and feed the miniature horses and cattle located in a nearby paddock. Cooroy supplies are only 10 minutes away and Noosa beaches and most tourist attractions are within a 30 minute drive. Brisbane city centre or airport is within a 90 minute drive. Easy access to the Bruce Highway or the Queensland railway station in Cooroy. The towns of Eumundi, Pomona, Cooran, Tewantin, Noosa, Doonan, Traveston Amamoor and Imbil are nearby if visiting friends or family.

Enjoy a private farm stay in a magical location.
Situated on Yabba Creek at Imbil in South East Queensland just 95 minute's drive north from Brisbane, Imbil Bridge Farm can be an adventure getaway or a relaxing escape to the country. The farm is unique, peaceful, private and exclusively yours.
A picturesque horse and beef cattle 30 acre property surrounds the three bedroom 1920s Queenslander farm house which has been elegantly restored. There is a wood burning Norwegian fireplace however the home is also air conditioned for both cooling and heating.
Chill out on the verandah and watch for platypus, turtles, saratoga fish, and a variety of water birds in an ever changing show of wildlife.
Downstream of the farm house the creek is held back by a natural waterfall and weir providing a constant deep water level for kayaking and fishing. Their private jetty is directly accessible down stairs from the house. There is a two man canoe for guest use.
The charming village of Imbil just a short walk across the town bridge. The village is the hub of the beautiful Mary River Valley and has an historic hotel, cafes, general store and most facilities.

Relax and restore at the Crystal Waters Village Camping Area, situated within the beautiful 250 hectare Crystal Waters Eco Village at the headwaters of the Mary River, eight kilometres from Conondale and 25 kilometres from Maleny in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Nestled among the foothills of the surrounding Bellthorpe Range and Blackall Range, a wide diversity of wildlife abounds in the tranquil bush setting.
The Village Camping Area provides powered and unpowered van and camping sites, bunkhouse rooms and a small cabin. There is an amenities block with hot showers and laundry facilities, and a covered camp kitchen.
Opportunities within the village include Eco Home and Permaculture Tours, natural therapies, yoga classes, bird watching and bushwalking, bush tucker explorations, swimming in the creeks, monthly markets, evening music events, and organic woodfired sourdough breads.
Great walks are nearby at the Conondale Range and Blackall Range. The local Conondale store and cafe is 15 minutes drive away and provides for most needs. The Kenilworth Cheesery and cafes are half an hour away, as is the country town of Maleny.

Located just a hop, skip and jump from Maroochydore, and situated on the pristine banks of the stunning Maroochy River, Maroochy Waterfront Camp & Conference Centre provides the ideal Sunshine Coast location for your next group accommodation camp, retreat, corporate team building or youth camp. Maroochy Waterfront Camp can offer an extensive range of fun, inclusive and memorable activities for your group or simply provide the perfect river front back drop for relaxing and connecting. We can tailor an exciting itinerary around your group needs, whatever they be!
Maroochy Waterfront Camp offers 64 perfectly appointed twin or double rooms each with private bathrooms. All rooms have air-conditioning and a ceiling fan. All rooms offer a balcony or veranda and outdoor furniture so your group can fully enjoy their stay on the pristine waterfront.
Maroochy Waterfront Camp offers a large 180 seat, air-conditioned function room perfect for indoor activities. They also have a state of the art commercial kitchen and a professional cook, to take care of all your catering needs. Bus parking is available on site. Maroochy Waterfront Camp offer great value for money, with all the facilities you need available right here in the one location.

Nestled on 10 acres of private natural forest in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, 45 minutes from Noosa, two hours from Brisbane and seven minutes from the Village of Imbil in the Mary Valley is Ride On Mary Bush Cabin Adventure Stay.
There is only one cabin so your privacy is assured. It is perfect for romantic breaks, nature lovers and adventure seekers. Caters for couples or small groups up to seven people (for larger groups camping can be arranged). Romantic packages are available. Walking tracks, on-site Mountain Bike tracks, nearby waterfalls and rivers and free frisbee golf available. Kayak and Bike Hire and Twilight Kayak, platypus and wildlife spotting with pick-up and drop off services.

Borumba Deer Park is set in 15 acres of sensitively landscaped rural bush along the banks of beautiful Yabba Creek. They offer visitors an uncrowded friendly atmosphere where you can pitch your tent, park your caravan or stay in one of their on site vans or ensuite cabins. You will then have the opportunity to fish, swim, walk, play or just relax and meet your friendly neighbours.

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